SPECIAL ADVISORS

A Global Network of Strategic Advisors

The Secretary-General is supported by a distinguished network of volunteer Special Advisors drawn from business, investment, technology, logistics, exploration, responsible mining and international partnerships.

Special Advisors provide strategic guidance, technical expertise and global networks in support of the mission of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group.

Special Advisors serve in a voluntary capacity and receive no remuneration from the Organization.

9Current Special Advisors
9Advisory Portfolios
GlobalStrategic Networks
100%Voluntary Service
Current Special Advisors

Strategic Advisors to the Secretary-General

Mr. Suleiman Zakari

Mr. Suleiman Zakari

Managing Partner, Core International

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON PRIVATE SECTOR
Ms. Evelyn Sylvia Nakazi

Ms. Evelyn S. Nakazi

Managing Director, Iconic Travel Services

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON TRAVEL AND LOGISTICS
Mr. Andre Lafelle Roberson

Mr. Andre L. Roberson

Founder, Power of One Foundation

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON RESPONSIBLE MINING AND INVESTMENT
Mr. Andres Blanco

Mr. Andres Blanco

CEO, Xcalibur Smart Mapping

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON EXPLORATION AND MAPPING
Mr. Mohamed Serry

Mr. Mohamed Serry

Chairman & CEO, Indigenes Mining, Oil and Gas

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT
Dr. George Kariithi

Dr. George Kariithi

Africa Representative, GETI

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON EASTERN AFRICA
Mr. Delali Otchi

Mr. Delali Otchi

CEO, Six-EV Group

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Mr. David Panda Chen

Mr. David “Panda” Chen

Chairman & CEO, GTIF Capital

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON AI, BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTO
Mr. Ali Saleh Alswayeh

Mr. Ali Saleh Alswayeh

Chairman, Ingaz Group of Companies

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL
Advisory Expertise

Areas of Advisory Support

The Special Advisors provide targeted advisory support across strategic sectors critical to AMSG’s institutional mandate and continental mission.

Private Sector Development
Travel & Logistics
Responsible Mining & Investment
Exploration & Mapping
Sustainable Investment
Eastern Africa Engagement
Technology & Innovation
AI, Blockchain & Digital Assets
Former Special Advisors

Former Special Advisors to the Secretary-General

This section records distinguished individuals who previously served as Special Advisors to the Secretary-General.

Mr. Faisal Ahmed

Mr. Faisal Ahmed

Managing Partner, AKW Consultants

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE SECRETARY-GENERAL ON COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS
FROM THE SECRETARY-GENERAL

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